Cybercrime Network Busted: Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Arrest Six For Bank Account Racket Linked To Nationwide Fraud

Pune, January 29, 2025 – The Pimpri-Chinchwad Cyber Police have apprehended six individuals from Jharkhand, Gujarat, and Odisha for allegedly running a racket supplying bank accounts for cyber fraud. The arrests were made following a detailed investigation into a case involving online financial scams.

The investigation began when a victim reported being duped of ₹7.6 lakh through fake WhatsApp groups, “Future Outlook Group” and “VIP37.” The scammers instructed the victim to download an app, Ad-bir Capable, and transfer funds into specific bank accounts. When the funds were not returned, a complaint was registered under relevant sections. 

Police Constable Hemant Kharat received intelligence about one of the suspects, Shubham Mohan Londhe (24), from Pune. During interrogation, Londhe revealed his connection to another key suspect, known as “Sam” or “David.” This individual had been sourcing bank accounts from across India via Telegram for over two years.

Upon further investigation, it was discovered that “Sam,” whose real name is Sambodh Kumar Shripati Nayak (22), operated from various locations, frequently changing mobile numbers to avoid detection. He was arrested in Hinjewadi, Pune.

Modus Operandi

The suspects used hotel rooms in Pune to house account holders and coordinated their activities through watchers who monitored the situation. Bank kits, including SIM cards and linked mobile phones, were then sent to a flat in Bavdhan, where another accused, Rajansh Singh (21), linked them to apps used for cyber fraud.

The accused also collaborated with an international cybercrime syndicate based in Cambodia. One suspect, identified as Gaurav Anilkumar Sharma (40) from Gujarat, managed logistics, while another, Ankush Ramrao More (31) from Nashik, provided additional accounts.

Seized Items

Authorities confiscated 9 mobile phones, 1 tablet, 10 cheque books

The accounts linked to these suspects have connections to 102 complaints across India, indicating widespread cyber fraud activity.

Appeal to Citizens by Pimpri Chinchwad Cyber Police 

Deputy Commissioner of Police Sandeep Doiphode urged citizens to use only SEBI-approved applications for stock market investments. He advised against sharing personal information, bank account details, or mobile screen access to prevent fraud.

The operation was conducted under the guidance of senior officers, including Police Commissioner Vinay Kumar Choubey, and led by Cyber Police Inspector Ravikiran Nale. The team included officers Pravin Swami, Sagar Poman, Vaibhav Patil, and Prakash Katakade, among others.

For further assistance or to report suspicious activities, citizens are encouraged to contact the Pimpri-Chinchwad Cyber Police.